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If you want to be part delivering world class eye health services and you share our values: excellence, equity, and kindness, then we would love to hear from you! Associate Director of Employee Experience
NHS AfC: Band 8d
Main area: Human Resources Grade: NHS AfC: Band 8d Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref: 273-DC-6967661 Site: Kemp House Town: London Salary: £96,340 - £109,849 per annum pro rata incl HCAS Salary period: Yearly Closing: 16/02/2025 23:59 Moorfields - A global leader in Ophthalmology We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education. With more than 2,300 staff, we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 22 satellites sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre, we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world. This is an exciting time to join Moorfields. The pandemic fast-tracked a huge amount of innovation which is changing the way we work and deliver care. Construction is under way on Oriel, our new eye care, research, and education centre being built in Camden. The new centre will be flexible and modern, enabling us to bring together healthcare, eye research and education under one roof for the first time. Job overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional with a track record of success in leading large-scale OD initiatives within complex organisations. As a senior leader, the Associate Director of Employee Experience will work closely with the Executive Team, influencing at the highest level and ensuring that OD and engagement remain strategic priorities. The role will include overseeing key employee engagement initiatives, talent management programmes, leadership development, and ensuring that staff voice is embedded throughout our organisational strategy. The successful applicant will thrive in complex environments and can bring fresh ideas, energy, and expertise to a well-established and ambitious organisation. It’s an opportunity for a compassionate and strategic leader to help lead transformational change, nurture a supportive and inclusive culture, and make a genuine difference to both staff experience and patient care. We are keen to hear from applicants who are highly motivated, action-oriented, and passionate about inspiring and empowering teams. Leading with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive culture will be central to your success, ensuring that every member of staff feels connected to our purpose and is empowered to thrive. Main duties of the job
The Associate Director for Employee Experience will provide strategic leadership for key areas including Organisational Development, Learning and Development, Health and Wellbeing, Engagement, and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. This role is pivotal in designing, delivering, and evaluating initiatives that enhance the employee experience, contributing to improved attraction, retention, and engagement across the organisation. As a senior leader within the People and OD Division, the Associate Director will ensure the function is appropriately resourced to deliver on strategic priorities. This includes fostering the development and growth of the People and OD team, as well as supporting the broader People team in achieving their goals. In this role, you will act as an ambassador and role model for the Trust's core values of Excellence, Equity, and Kindness, embedding these principles throughout the entire employee lifecycle. Working for our organisation
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer: Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme Free 24/7 independent counselling service Learning and development opportunities Easy and quick transport links A range of attractive benefits and discounts Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes Free Pilates classes Full support and training to develop your skills Flexible working friendly organisation And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a detailed job description and person specification please download the attached candidate pack. Person specification
Education and qualifications
Master’s degree in human resources, organisational development or other relevant qualification or equivalent working experience Professional membership of CIPD Evidence of ongoing professional development to maintain up to date subject matter expertise Experience
Significant experience of leading large-scale programmes and cultural change in complex environments, with proven positive impact. Significant experience of working in partnership with and influencing senior leaders, and their teams at every level, to constructively challenge the status quo. Extensive experience of working at senior management level to manage team(s) and to influence strategy, policy and project development and implementation. Knowledge and skills
In-depth professional knowledge in a number of disciplines e.g. organisational development, learning and development, equality, diversity and inclusion, and health and wellbeing. Highly developed communication and influencing skills, both verbal and written. Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond. Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at
moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net. https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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If you want to be part delivering world class eye health services and you share our values: excellence, equity, and kindness, then we would love to hear from you! Associate Director of Employee Experience
NHS AfC: Band 8d
Main area: Human Resources Grade: NHS AfC: Band 8d Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref: 273-DC-6967661 Site: Kemp House Town: London Salary: £96,340 - £109,849 per annum pro rata incl HCAS Salary period: Yearly Closing: 16/02/2025 23:59 Moorfields - A global leader in Ophthalmology We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education. With more than 2,300 staff, we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 22 satellites sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre, we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world. This is an exciting time to join Moorfields. The pandemic fast-tracked a huge amount of innovation which is changing the way we work and deliver care. Construction is under way on Oriel, our new eye care, research, and education centre being built in Camden. The new centre will be flexible and modern, enabling us to bring together healthcare, eye research and education under one roof for the first time. Job overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional with a track record of success in leading large-scale OD initiatives within complex organisations. As a senior leader, the Associate Director of Employee Experience will work closely with the Executive Team, influencing at the highest level and ensuring that OD and engagement remain strategic priorities. The role will include overseeing key employee engagement initiatives, talent management programmes, leadership development, and ensuring that staff voice is embedded throughout our organisational strategy. The successful applicant will thrive in complex environments and can bring fresh ideas, energy, and expertise to a well-established and ambitious organisation. It’s an opportunity for a compassionate and strategic leader to help lead transformational change, nurture a supportive and inclusive culture, and make a genuine difference to both staff experience and patient care. We are keen to hear from applicants who are highly motivated, action-oriented, and passionate about inspiring and empowering teams. Leading with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive culture will be central to your success, ensuring that every member of staff feels connected to our purpose and is empowered to thrive. Main duties of the job
The Associate Director for Employee Experience will provide strategic leadership for key areas including Organisational Development, Learning and Development, Health and Wellbeing, Engagement, and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. This role is pivotal in designing, delivering, and evaluating initiatives that enhance the employee experience, contributing to improved attraction, retention, and engagement across the organisation. As a senior leader within the People and OD Division, the Associate Director will ensure the function is appropriately resourced to deliver on strategic priorities. This includes fostering the development and growth of the People and OD team, as well as supporting the broader People team in achieving their goals. In this role, you will act as an ambassador and role model for the Trust's core values of Excellence, Equity, and Kindness, embedding these principles throughout the entire employee lifecycle. Working for our organisation
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer: Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme Free 24/7 independent counselling service Learning and development opportunities Easy and quick transport links A range of attractive benefits and discounts Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes Free Pilates classes Full support and training to develop your skills Flexible working friendly organisation And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a detailed job description and person specification please download the attached candidate pack. Person specification
Education and qualifications
Master’s degree in human resources, organisational development or other relevant qualification or equivalent working experience Professional membership of CIPD Evidence of ongoing professional development to maintain up to date subject matter expertise Experience
Significant experience of leading large-scale programmes and cultural change in complex environments, with proven positive impact. Significant experience of working in partnership with and influencing senior leaders, and their teams at every level, to constructively challenge the status quo. Extensive experience of working at senior management level to manage team(s) and to influence strategy, policy and project development and implementation. Knowledge and skills
In-depth professional knowledge in a number of disciplines e.g. organisational development, learning and development, equality, diversity and inclusion, and health and wellbeing. Highly developed communication and influencing skills, both verbal and written. Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond. Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at
moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net. https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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